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Fatigue in operational settings: examples from the aviation environment

M R Rosekind1, P H Gander, D L Miller

  • 1NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field, CA 94035-1000.

Human Factors
|June 1, 1994
PubMed
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Nonstandard work schedules cause sleep loss and circadian disruption, impacting job performance. NASA

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Area of Science:

  • Aviation human factors
  • Sleep science
  • Operational performance

Background:

  • 24-hour operations necessitate altered work schedules.
  • Cumulative sleep loss and circadian disruption are significant concerns.
  • Fatigue and sleepiness negatively affect job performance and productivity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the NASA Ames Fatigue Countermeasures Program.
  • To address sleep loss and circadian disruption in aviation.
  • To discuss the relevance of these factors in operational environments.

Main Methods:

  • The study details the approach, research, and results of a specific program.
  • Focus on countermeasures for fatigue in aviation.
  • Analysis of performance and productivity impacts.

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Main Results:

  • The program aimed to mitigate negative effects of nonstandard schedules.
  • Identified key factors affecting performance.
  • Provided insights into fatigue management.

Conclusions:

  • Altered work schedules present challenges in 24-h operations.
  • Fatigue countermeasures are crucial for aviation safety and productivity.
  • Future research is needed to further address these issues.